--- title: "Budapest, Hungary" description: "Hungary · airport BUD" canonical: "https://sorted.travel/places/budapest" last-updated: "2026-10-11" --- # 🇭🇺 Budapest, Hungary Hungary · airport BUD ## On the ground - Safety: Normal security precautions - Currency: Forint (HUF). 100 USD = 32737 HUF - Phone code: +36 - eSIM: [https://airalo.pxf.io/0J4NrJ](https://airalo.pxf.io/0J4NrJ) - Taxi / ride-hailing: Uber, Bolt - Wikivoyage: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Budapest](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Budapest) ## Brief - Try Budapest staples such as goulash, lángos, chimney cake and Tokaji wine. - Jimmy Carr performs *Laughs Funny* at Budapest Arena on 17 March 2027. ([budapest.com](https://www.budapest.com/en/news/jimmy-carr-returns-to-budapest-with-new-stand-up-material)) ## Safety and health - Tap water is generally safe throughout Hungary, including Budapest. On trains, do not drink from taps unless clearly marked as potable; bottled water is inexpensive and widely available. ([wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Hungary)) - Private healthcare is generally high quality in Budapest but more limited outside the capital. EU visitors should carry a valid European Health Insurance Card and confirm what their travel insurance covers. ([wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Hungary)) ## Recent News - The Budapest Marathon Festival is taking place on 10-11 October 2026, with tens of thousands of participants. Expect road closures, diversions and changes to public transport around the race routes, particularly on 11 October. ([xpatloop.com](https://xpatloop.com/channels/2026/10/budapest-marathon-festival-hungary-sports-event.html)) _Updated 2026-10-11._ ## Weather and timing The best time to visit Budapest is May to October, when conditions generally suit outdoor sightseeing, with September and October offering moderate temperatures. June to August are warmer but can bring heatwaves and severe thunderstorms, while November to April is cooler, with December offering Christmas markets and thermal baths. | Month | Fit | Avg °C | Rain mm | Sun hours | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | January | OK | 0 | 29 | 4 | | February | OK | 1 | 32 | 4 | | March | OK | 7 | 26 | 7 | | April | OK | 13 | 16 | 10 | | May | Great | 16 | 31 | 11 | | June | Great | 20 | 25 | 11 | | July | Great | 22 | 23 | 12 | | August | Great | 22 | 12 | 12 | | September | Great | 17 | 17 | 9 | | October | Great | 12 | 21 | 6 | | November | OK | 7 | 26 | 5 | | December | Great | 1 | 28 | 5 | ### Month by month - **January (OK):** January is cold and often cloudy, around -3°C to 2°C, with occasional snow. Indoor sights and thermal baths suit a quiet city break. - **February (OK):** February is wintry, around -1°C to 5°C, with chilly evenings and possible snow. Museums, thermal baths and indoor attractions suit a low-season visit. - **March (OK):** March is changeable, around 2°C to 11°C, with cold spells and occasional showers. Layered clothing suits sightseeing as spring develops. - **April (OK):** April is mild and showery, around 7°C to 17°C, with possible cherry blossom. Walking tours and cultural sights work well with a light waterproof. - **May (Great):** May is comfortable for exploring, around 11°C to 22°C, though showers can be frequent. Parks, blossom and outdoor sights suit the long daylight. - **June (Great):** June is warm, around 15°C to 25°C, with humid spells and severe thunderstorms. Intense rain, thunder and strong gusts can interrupt outdoor plans. - **July (Great):** July is hot, around 16°C to 27°C, with heatwaves and occasional readings above 30°C. Severe thunderstorms can bring sudden downpours and strong gusts. - **August (Great):** August is hot, around 15°C to 27°C, with possible heatwaves above 30°C. Severe thunderstorms may bring sudden downpours, thunder and strong gusts. - **September (Great):** September is sunny and moderate, around 12°C to 23°C, with comfortable conditions for walking tours and outdoor sightseeing. Evenings can be cool. - **October (Great):** October is moderate, around 7°C to 16°C, with sunny autumn days and occasional damp weather. It suits exploring Budapest on foot. - **November (OK):** November is chilly and rainy, around 3°C to 8°C, with possible snow later in the month. Christmas markets generally begin around mid-month. - **December (Great):** December is cold, around -1°C to 3°C, with possible snow and short daylight. Christmas markets and Budapest's thermal baths provide seasonal attractions. ### 7-day forecast _Forecast by [Foreca](https://www.foreca.com)._ | Day | High °C | Low °C | Precip chance | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 27 Oct 27 Oct | 15 | 2 | 0% | | 28 Oct 28 Oct | 16 | 2 | 0% | | 29 Oct 29 Oct | 15 | 4 | 13% | | 30 Oct 30 Oct | 16 | 6 | 18% | | 31 Oct 31 Oct | 15 | 4 | 8% | | 01 Nov 01 Nov | 13 | 3 | 8% | | 02 Nov 02 Nov | 12 | 4 | 28% | ## Visa Passport-specific visa stance is on the HTML page after you set a passport, or via MCP `check_visa_requirements`. Confirm with a government source before you fly. ## Activities - [Budapest Danube Cruise and Dinner Options, Live Music and Dance](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Budapest-Danube-River-Dinner-Cruise/d499-5808DINNER?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 55.94 USD · 1.5–1.5 HOUR - [Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Night Cruise with Drink](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Legenda-Danube-Legend-Cruise-Budapest/d499-35015P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 28.54 USD · 1–1 HOUR - [Unlimited Prosseccoo, Beer, Aperol & Limoncello Spritz Cruise](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/1-5-hours-evening-cruise-with-unlimited-Torley-sparkling-wine/d499-337865P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 28.31 USD · 1.2–1.2 HOUR - [Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Cruise-and-Cocktail/d499-14765P6?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 14.16 USD · 1–1 HOUR - [Budapest Széchenyi Thermal Spa Ticket](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Private-Entrance-to-Szechenyi-Spa-in-Budapest-with-Optional-Massage/d499-5808SZECHENYI?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 62.79 USD · 4–4 HOUR - [Big Bus Budapest Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Walking Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Big-Bus-Budapest-Hop-On-Hop-Off-Tour/d499-6604BUDHOHO?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 44.53 USD · 1.8–1.8 HOUR - [Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Candlelit-Dinner-Cruise-by-Legenda-Cruises-Budapest/d499-35015P4?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 125.59 USD · 2.5–2.5 HOUR - [Budapest Small-Group Guided Tour on MonsteRoller e-Scooter](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Small-Group-Electric-Scooter-Tour-of-Budapest/d499-43748P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 39.63 USD - [Countryside Half-day Gastro-Wine Tour from Budapest Meal & pickup](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Etyek-Wine-Country-Tour-with-Dinner-from-Budapest/d499-6638WINE?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 98.19 USD · 5–5 HOUR - [Private Budapest TukTuk Tour: Custom Route, Hotel Pickup](https://www.viator.com/tours/Budapest/Budapest-City-Tour-in-a-TukTuk/d499-17734P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 134.72 USD · 2.5–2.5 HOUR More on the HTML page: https://sorted.travel/places/budapest#activities ## Related destinations - [Belgrade](https://sorted.travel/places/belgrade) - [Ljubljana](https://sorted.travel/places/ljubljana) - [Bratislava](https://sorted.travel/places/bratislava) - [Kraków](https://sorted.travel/places/krakow) - [Bucharest](https://sorted.travel/places/bucharest) - [Chișinău](https://sorted.travel/places/chisinau) ## More - HTML: [https://sorted.travel/places/budapest](https://sorted.travel/places/budapest) - MCP: [https://sorted.travel/mcp](https://sorted.travel/mcp) (`get_destination_info`, `get_destination_weather`, `check_visa_requirements`) - Discover: [https://sorted.travel/discover](https://sorted.travel/discover)